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Æ24 - Gallienus NIKAIEΩN; Nicaea
| Bronze | 9.3 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Nicaea (Bithynia and Pontus) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Gallienus (Publius Licinius Egnatius Gallienus) (253-268) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 253-268 |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.3 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#295523 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Tyche standing left, holding cornucopia and rudder; three agonistic crowns containing across the fields.
Lettering: NIKAIEΩN
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman emperor Gallienus, who ruled during a time of great turmoil and military conflict, yet the coin's design includes a symbol of peace and prosperity: the goddess Nike (Victory) standing on the prow of a ship. This suggests that the people of Nicaea, where the coin was minted, were hoping for a return to peace and prosperity under Gallienus' rule.
